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Witton le Wear, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Witton le Wear is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 567. Elevation: 394 ft (120 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 567 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.6757°, -1.7739° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.8 inches (756 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $42,464 |
| Median Age | 44.0 years |
About Witton le Wear
Witton le Wear is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 567. The city sits at an elevation of 394 feet (120 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Witton le Wear vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Witton le Wear vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,464 |
| 43% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,464 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $817 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 52 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 57.4% |
| Public Transit | 3.7% |
| Work from Home | 23.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $174,727 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,062 |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 62.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.2% |
| Housing Units | 227 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 394 ft (120 m) |
| Area | 937.5 sq mi (2,428.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.6757°N, 1.7739°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Witton le Wear has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (2.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.7% |
| 21% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 46.7% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Total Area | 937.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 57.4% |
| Public Transit | 3.7% |
| Work from Home | 23.9% |
Schools in Witton le Wear
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Witton-le-Wear Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Witton le Wear
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dance Revolution | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| First radio bounce northeast | club dance | AAC | |
| Spark FM | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio UK | electronica, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NUFC Talk Radio | football, soccer | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Lionheart Radio | community, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stitch | hospital radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Northumberland | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pride Radio (US) | iheartradio, pride | AAC 24 kbps | |
| Frisk Radio | — | AAC | |
| Frisk radio bounce northeast | bounce | AAC | |
| Smooth Tyne & Wear | easy listening, newcastle | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Hartlepool | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio | electronica, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| frisk radio groove northeast | groove | AAC | |
| Prince Bishops Hospital Radio | — | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Witton le Wear
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society | ||||
| Beamish Museum | ||||
| Bowes Railway | ||||
| Durham Cathedral Museum | ||||
| Durham Mining Museum | ||||
| Durham Museum Pop-Up Shop | ||||
| Faith Museum | ||||
| Hopetown Darlington | ||||
| Locomotion - The National Railway Museum at Shildon | ||||
| Oriental Museum | ||||
| Tees Cottage Pumping Station - Beam Engine House | ||||
| Tees Cottage Pumping Station - Visitor Centre and Gas Engine House | ||||
| The Bishops | ||||
| The Bowes Museum | ||||
| The Story | ||||
| Tithe Barn | ||||
| Washington F Pit Museum |
Libraries in Witton le Wear
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annfield Plain Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Archives and Special Collections Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barker Research Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barnard Castle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belmont Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bill Bryson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Birtley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Birtley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishop Auckland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishop Cosin's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bowburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brandon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chester-le-Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chopwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cockerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Consett Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crook Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Durham Clayport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edward Pease Free Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferryhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Langley Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lowe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Aycliffe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Hall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Palace Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pelton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rowlands Gill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shildon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Moor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St John's College Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The Old Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ushaw Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Victor Watts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Washington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Washington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Willington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wolsingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodhouse Close Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Witton le Wear
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durham Indoor Market |
Castles in Witton le Wear
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Witton le Wear
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Witton le Wear
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Samuel Brewery | ||||
| Hill Island Brewery | ||||
| Mithril |
Stadiums & Teams in Witton le Wear
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Witton le Wear
37 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle International Airport | NCL | Large Airport |
| RAF Leeming | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Topcliffe | — | Medium Airport |
| Teesside International Airport | MME | Medium Airport |
| Athey's Moor Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bywell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Causey Park Airstrip UL | — | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Currock Hill Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Dishforth Village Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Druridge Bay Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eshott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ewesley Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fishburn Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Greenhills Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| High Flats Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lartington Moor Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Loadman Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| North Rigton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Peterlee Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ravensworth Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rufforth East Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rufforth West Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Selby House Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spite Hall Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Staindrop Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL | — | Small Airport |
| Wathstones Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Woodhouse Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yearby Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yorkshire Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Witton le Wear
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Philip & St James | |
| Witton-le-Wear Methodist Chapel |
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What is the population of Witton le Wear?
Witton le Wear has a population of 567 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 937.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
Is Witton le Wear expensive to live in?
The median household income is $42,464, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,727 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,062 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Witton le Wear?
Witton le Wear has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches.
How is the job market in Witton le Wear?
The unemployment rate in Witton le Wear is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $817. There are 52 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Witton le Wear?
The median home value in Witton le Wear is $174,727. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,062. The homeownership rate is 62.8%.
How are the schools in Witton le Wear?
26.7% of adults in Witton le Wear hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.7% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Witton le Wear?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Witton le Wear is 2.1% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.8% Asian. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 7.5% of residents have a disability.